This archive report was first published on 1 July 2019.
On July 1, 2019, Bob Collymore, the former CEO of Safaricom, passed away at his home in Nairobi, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and shock the corporate scene in Kenya.
According to Jeff Koinange, a close friend and popular journalist, Collymore had been informed by his doctors that he would be lucky to make it past July. This revelation has shed new light on the final days of the Safaricom boss, who had been battling cancer.
Speaking to the media, Koinange recalled the last time he saw Collymore, who was in a bit of pain due to his spine problems. Despite his condition, Collymore remained optimistic, saying, 'I have lived a good life, I have some regrets, nobody is perfect, I am ready now.'
Collymore's friends and family had been aware of his impending death, and his wife had even requested them to donate platelets to help with his treatment. Koinange also revealed that Collymore had pleaded with the Safaricom management to name his replacement just days before his death.
As the news of Collymore's passing continues to send shockwaves across the country, his story serves as a reminder of the importance of living life to the fullest and being prepared for the inevitable.
